In this week’s episode, on the precipice of turning 37 years old, I felt it necessary to share what I’m thinking about this new year of life and how I plan on leading (living) it!

In this week's episode we discuss both the anxious and joyous energy surrounding new chapters in life.

In this week's episode we are joined by a fellow co-host, Gary Stallings, where we discuss shedding the pressures of a new year!

In today's episode, I take stock of the lessons I learned about myself in 2021 and my desire to be the best version of myself moving forward.

In this week's episode we discuss my aversion to New Year's resolutions and my strong encouragement to make whatever change that needs to be made today. This is New Year's is Today Bitch 2.0.

In this week's episode, we discuss the need for transparency in the black family as it pertains to our health. We also circle back to talk more about the necessity of black men having the right to explore their full being. Both topics were inspired by episodes of Insecure and Queen Sugar respectively.…

In this week's episode, we discuss the issue with making assumptions about how others will react and respond based on our own preconceived biases.

In this week's episode, I speak about my emotional response to the most recent episode of Insecure, "Pressure, Okay?!".

In this special episode of Poppin off with Phil, we talk about the importance of black men asserting their right to explore the fullness of their being and sexuality.

In this week's episode we take a hard look at regrets. Though many of us are familiar with the idea that you should life with no regrets and many of us have declared we don't have any, I know that there are moments in my life I wish I could do over and this episode is about leaning into that feeling and learning the lesson for your present and your…

In this week's episode we discuss the importance of cherishing life, not waiting to create new experiences, and mending broken relationships. In a world that is so unpredictable, it is vital to relish each and every moment and opportunity provided.

In this week's episode we discuss the importance of being kind to self.

In this week's episode we discuss fathers. With Father's Day being around the corner, I wanted to take the opportunity to honor my dad and offer my perspective on the importance of reconciling broken relationships with your father while you still have time.

In this week's episode we talk about the importance of physical health. Many of us, definitely including myself in the mix, have used the pandemic as the an excuse to slack on our efforts to maintain our bodies, well time is out for that! We can't afford to use take care of our minds, our bodies also require maintenance. In honor of Pride Month, I …

In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of communication and extending grace for understanding.

In this week's episode we talk about the importance of understanding and controlling our emotional responses.

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of the healing process.

In this week's episode, we discuss my process of preparing for Mother's Day. It remains one of the toughest days of year since I lost my mom in 2013 and I wanted to provide insight to some and encouragement to others.

In this week's episode, after I go off on a tangent about The Oscars and other random things, we discuss the importance of investing in yourself. Remember that you are in full control of the things you want out of life and good things come to those that do, not those that wait.

In this week's episode, we discuss the importance of divorcing ourselves from the the expectations of others.

In this week's episode, and Season 4 Kickoff, we revisit the beginnings of Poppin off with Phil and discuss what's been going on during my down time and what to look forward to this season.

In this week’s episode we talk about protecting our peace against those with a strong sense of entitlement.

In this week’s episode we discuss the fact that someone is always watching.

This week’s episode is the very definition of hodge podge. A confused mixture of topics meant to make you laugh, think, and possibly roll your eyes.

In this week’s episode I share my homeownership journey and talk about reclaiming the holiday season. Many of us have suffered loss during this season and that often times makes it difficulty one joyous. Making the conscious decision to reclaim this time of year is something I speak about.

In this week’s episode we discuss shaking off those holiday blues. Covid-19 and Covid-45 aside, this time of year can be difficult for many people. For those who are super holiday fanatics, we ask for a little more grace for the Scrooges. For the Scrooges, which I can be, I suggest focusing on creating new memories.…

In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of extending more empathy and kindness within the black community.

In this week’s episode I start by getting a few things off my chest from the previous week. We then talk about apologizing and the humility it takes to do it with sincerity.

In this week’s episode we discuss the release of anxiety associated with the most recent election, the importance of continued participation in the process, and the agreeing to disagree. We also do a complete conversation pivot to highlight those of us who are doing the self work necessary to be the best version of ourselves for ourselves.…

In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of separating the wheat from the chaff on social media. Though social media can be a great tool, it can also be very damaging if you’re not guarding what you’re taking in.

Now that I have your attention, this week’s episode is my socially responsible and obligatory call out to people about the importance of voting. While I get I may be preaching to the choir, this election is just that important it’s worth saying it twice and thrice.

In this week’s episode, John (one of my best friends) and I have a very candid conversation about our relationship journey. A conversation that begins with discussing “the one that got away” and evolves into over an hour of two good friends sharing what they’ve learned about themselves and from each other as they’ve attempted to figure out this cra…

In this week’s episode we discuss the concept of second chances and what to consider before extending them.

In this week's episode we discuss the importance of listening to the voice inside. Whether you refer to it as your conscience, your sixth sense, the Holy Ghost, or "The Ancestors"; it's a voice that we often ignore when we should be trusting that it has our best interest at heart. The voice is there to help us learn the lesson so that we can move t…

This episode is all about giving permission to forgive yourself and not losing touch with the things that make you whole, for me that’s podcasting. Hope you enjoy!

In this week’s episode we talk about remaining positive and pursuing our dreams even during dark moments. We also talk about the importance of embracing the joy and sharing it during these times.

In this week’s episode I felt it was important to speak not only about Juneteenth, but being vigilant in knowing and telling our stories. It’s also important to be aware of distorted messaging used with intent to distract. The celebration of black people should not only be in response to our repeated destruction through oppressive thoughts and syst…

In this week’s episode we discuss the state of injustice in the nation and how protest progresses to rebellion to riot to destruction. Further we talk about black lives, the movement, the importance of voting and my overall feelings about all we’re being faced with.

In this week’s episode we discuss the importance of checking in on your strong and not-so strong friends alike during this pandemic. I also discuss more about my personal journey of healing during this time away from it all.

In this week’s episode we have a candid conversation with star of stage and film Angela Birchett. We discuss her role as Jacky Clark-Chisholm in the Lifetime Original Movie, The Clark Sisters: First Ladies of Gospel and her career as a performer.

In this episode I vent my frustrations with the recent news of Georgia reopening this Friday. I also give you some details on upcoming episodes and guests!

In this weeks episode, we talk about the importance of employing the art of introspection. The idea is come out of this pandemic better since we have all this time to work on self-improvement.

Today’s episode is just about me reflecting on the two-year journey of Poppin off with Phil and expressing my gratitude to you, my co-host, for rocking with me!

As the title states, just my random thoughts while observing social distancing and staying at home. I hope this makes some laugh today and gives their mind a little reprieve from the doom and gloom. Still stay home though! lol

Today, with our special guest co-host Eric Majette, we dissect the Madam C.J. Walker docuseries that premiered on Netflix this past weekend. We talk about the facts, the fiction, and how damaging revisionist history can be to the culture.

This week’s episode is about all these pandemic. How to survive, how to cope, and our individual responsibility to help mitigate the spread of the virus.

In this episode we discuss the issues with cancel culture and how it is more damaging than effective.

Just providing my lil commentary on Netflix’s Love is Blind.

In this episode we talk about having the privilege, as black men, to feel every human emotion there is, particularly the emotion of grief over the loss of a relationship.

In this episode we talk about complicated legacies, celebrity, and the right to agree to disagree.